1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 82 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Catera | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
