1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 744 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Catera | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 8192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 542 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 101 L |