2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1990 Plymouth Sundance
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Sundance. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Sundance 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 104 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Sundance. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Sundance. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Sundance. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Plymouth Sundance, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1990 Plymouth Sundance | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Catera | Sundance |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
