2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 285 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1986 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1986 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1986 De Tomaso Pantera 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 | 1986 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | Catera | Pantera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |