2009 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 20 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, 2009 Audi A6 (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 4467 cc |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
