2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry 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 147 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Cherry |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |