1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 23 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 2012 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi RS5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi RS5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Fleetwood | RS5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |