1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Nova 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 156 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 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, 1984 Vauxhall Nova, 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1984 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1984 Vauxhall Nova 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.
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1999 Cadillac Catera | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | Catera | Nova |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |