2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 91 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 371 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 has manual transmission. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 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.
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2000 Cadillac Catera | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | 230 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |