1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Catera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 460 kg more than 1975 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Catera | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Catera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
