1979 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1979 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1979 Audi 100 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:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
