1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado 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 12 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (188 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 495 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Catera | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
