2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser 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 134 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 905 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser, 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, 2001 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Laser 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 | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Laser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
