1994 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Eldorado | Catera |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |