2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR8 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR8. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 890 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR8. 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, 2001 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR8. (224 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR8. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1980 Triumph TR8 has manual transmission. 1980 Triumph TR8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Catera | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Catera | TR8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
