1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 74 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Fleetwood | Colt |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
