1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1942 Renault Juva
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Renault Juva would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1942 Renault Juva. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1942 Renault Juva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 889 kg more than 1942 Renault Juva. 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. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1942 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1942 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1942 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Catera | Juva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
