2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 911. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 545 kg more than 1982 Porsche 911. 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 911. (258 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 911. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 911 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 | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Catera | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
