1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 99 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Catera | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
