2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F 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 121 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 405 kg more than 1987 Toyota Model F. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Catera | Model F |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2240 mm |