2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 126 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 703 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Catera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
