2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 121 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Model F 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 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Model F |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |