1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 241 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 720 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (370 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
