2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Integra 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 62 more horse power than 1991 Honda Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 575 kg more than 1991 Honda Integra. 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, 1991 Honda Integra, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Integra. (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1991 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Catera | Integra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
