2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina 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 133 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 975 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Barina, 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 1986 Holden Barina | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Catera | Barina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2250 mm |