2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 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 104 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 581 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. 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, 1982 Dodge 600, 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Catera | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
