2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 925 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
Model | Catera | Herald |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |