2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Catera | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | Catera | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |