1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 37 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |