1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Lexus SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (407 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2002 Lexus SC | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Fleetwood | SC |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2620 mm |