2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 756 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Florian. 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Catera | Florian |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
