2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Catera | 98 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3210 mm |