2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 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 141 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 Ford 17. 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Catera | 17 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |