2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 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 99 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 Volvo 145. 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Catera | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Catera | 145 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
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 | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |