1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo 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 205 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 461 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. 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, 1988 Ford Tempo, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
