2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort 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 71 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 550 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Catera | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Catera | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
