1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 6 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 7 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 41 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood.
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) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (176 Nm). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Fleetwood | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
