2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Catera. 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Catera | New Yorker |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3160 mm |