1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Fleetwood | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3310 mm |
