2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon 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 67 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon. 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, 1990 Eagle Talon, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Eagle |
| Model | Catera | Talon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
