1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte 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 165 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 950 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1969 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1969 Suzuki Fronte 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 | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Catera | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
