2000 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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, 2000 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
