2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra 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 75 more horse power than 1989 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Acura Integra.
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, 1989 Acura Integra, 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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1989 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Acura Integra 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 | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Catera | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
