2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Magna 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 89 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1989 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Catera | Magna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
