2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Catera | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |
