1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana 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 98 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. 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, 1984 Nissan Santana, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Santana has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Santana 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 | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Santana |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |