2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona 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 125 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 796 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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 Opel Ascona, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Catera | Ascona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |