1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 4 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 59 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Fleetwood | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
