1970 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1996 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2940 mm |
