1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira 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 114 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 665 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. 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, 1982 Holden Camira, 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1982 Holden Camira | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Catera | Camira |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |