1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 94 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |