2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2170 mm |
