2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Catera | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
