2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana 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 107 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 635 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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, 1990 Nissan Santana, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Catera | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Santana |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |