1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Catera 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 33 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 1998 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic 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 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Civic |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |