2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 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 12 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 405 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 944 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 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Catera | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
