1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1990 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Gemini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Gemini 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 128 more horse power than 1990 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Holden Gemini. 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, 1990 Holden Gemini, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Gemini. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 1990 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Catera | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
