1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny 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 126 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 841 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Sunny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |