1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 9 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 476 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 306 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 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Fleetwood | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
