2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1989 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Tatra T613. 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, 1989 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1989 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1989 Tatra T613 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 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tatra |
| Model | Catera | T613 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2990 mm |
