1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica 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 137 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 950 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Publica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |