2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Capri 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 | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
