1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1968 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1968 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
Model | Catera | 117 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |