1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1302 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 166 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 960 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1971 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1971 Volkswagen 1302 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 | 1971 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | 1302 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |