2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 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 116 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 809 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR 1600 has manual transmission. 1972 TVR 1600 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 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Catera | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
