2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 79 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 505 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Catera | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
