2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette 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) has 140 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Vanette 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.
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2000 Cadillac Catera | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Vanette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2080 mm |