1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 925 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Fleetwood | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2090 mm |
