1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 92 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fleetwood | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
