1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 21 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, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Scion |
| Model | Fleetwood | tC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
