1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 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 3 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 566 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6. 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 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:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2000 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
Model | V6 | Catera |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |