1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1995 TVR Cerbera 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, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1995 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1995 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 1995 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Fleetwood | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
