1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Blazer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 6207 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |