1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Commodore 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 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Catera | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
