2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza 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 111 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 769 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Catera | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
