1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1187 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Fleetwood | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2530 mm |