2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera 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 99 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Catera | Frontera |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |