1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro 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 99 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Camaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |