1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today 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 153 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 1994 Honda Today, 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today 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 | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Catera | Today |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |