1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1970 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1970 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Catera | Monaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |