1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude 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 48 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 665 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Fleetwood | Prelude |
Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |