1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera 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) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |