2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta 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 67 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 795 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 2004 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Cadillac Catera | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |