1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 14 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 17 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 350 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon 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 | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Fleetwood | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
