2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta 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 156 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 937 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1988 Ford Fiesta, 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta 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.
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2002 Cadillac Catera | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2300 mm |