2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 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 20 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Catera | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
