1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano 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 54 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Terrano 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 | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Terrano |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |