2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny 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 126 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 931 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Sunny |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |