2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 126 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 901 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
