1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 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 153 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 204, 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 204 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.
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1999 Cadillac Catera | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Catera | 204 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |