1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina 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 193 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 431 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
