2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Blazer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |