2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Catera | Caprice |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |