1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 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 191 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 761 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1968 Mazda R-100 has manual transmission. 1968 Mazda R-100 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 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
