2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1995 Holden Nova
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Nova 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 95 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 678 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. 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, 1995 Holden Nova, 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 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1995 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1995 Holden Nova 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 | 1995 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Catera | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
