1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 138 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 954 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |