1972 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 866 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | Marina | Catera |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |