2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 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 37 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 284 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. 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, 1989 Volvo 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 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 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Catera | 760 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |