1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Fleetwood | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
