2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 137 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino 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 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Torino |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
