1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt 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 89 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Plymouth Colt. 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, 1992 Plymouth Colt, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Catera | Colt |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |