2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter 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 107 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 771 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
