2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline

To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 655 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Cadillac Catera 1983 Nissan Skyline
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Catera Skyline
Year Released 2004 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 1809 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2620 mm


 

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