1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Zastava 750
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Zastava 750 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 167 more horse power than 1988 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1988 Zastava 750. 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava 750. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1988 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1988 Zastava 750 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 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Cadillac | Zastava |
Model | Catera | 750 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |