2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 955 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Catera | Sports |
Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 859 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2160 mm |