1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 is newer by 12 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 will offer significantly more control. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Fleetwood | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
