The Worst-Performing and Poorly-Received Cars of the 1990s

2. 1997 Cadillac Catera—The “Caddy That Zigs” But Falls Flat

Cadillac aimed to attract younger buyers with the Catera, a European-inspired luxury sedan. Despite being marketed as “The Caddy That Zigs,” it lacked the power, reliability, and elegance for which Cadillac was known. Its unimpressive V6 engine, electrical failures, and unrefined interior led to its quick demise.