2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Dodge 600
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge 600 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 104 more horse power than 1988 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1988 Dodge 600. 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, 1988 Dodge 600, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1988 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Catera | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
