1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 178 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 386 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 924 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 | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Catera | 924 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 165 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
