1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Omega 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 211 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 436 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Catera | Omega |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
