1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 18 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Fleetwood | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |