1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra 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 126 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Sierra 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 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
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 | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |