1977 Austin Marina vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1977 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1977 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 1998 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | Marina | Catera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2960 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 | 70.7 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 | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2940 mm |