2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1971 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | Catera | Serie II |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |