2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 121 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 585 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Catera (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Comodoro |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |