1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Catera | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |