1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 18 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, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 406 kg more than 2011 Acura TSX.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2011 Acura TSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | Fleetwood | TSX |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2708 mm |