1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 16 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 538 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Fleetwood | GT-R |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2790 mm |