2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda L 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 142 more horse power than 1989 Skoda L. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Skoda L. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda L. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1989 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1989 Skoda L 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 | 1989 Skoda L | |
| Make | Cadillac | Skoda |
| Model | Catera | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
