1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 304 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |