1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra 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 87 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
