1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1998 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | Catera | T700 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
