2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 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 90 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245. 2001 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 245 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 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Catera | 245 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
