1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Quantum 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 91 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Quantum, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 1989 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Catera | Quantum |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |