1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
Model | Catera | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |