2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser 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 115 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 956 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. 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, 1983 Ford Laser, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
