1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 20 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 672 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Fleetwood | Armada |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3130 mm |