1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 81 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Catera | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
