2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 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 115 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 585 kg more than 1975 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Catera | 99 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
