2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 15 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 186 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Catera | 280 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |