2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Opel Omega. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Omega. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Omega. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Omega 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 | 1988 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Catera | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
