1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2005 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi Super 90 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi Super 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 2005 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Super 90 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
