1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 151 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 935 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta 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.
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1996 Cadillac Catera | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1117 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2300 mm |