2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 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 154 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota 1000 has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | 1000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |