1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Daihatsu Consorte 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 143 more horse power than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | Catera | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
