1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Fleetwood | Blazer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2560 mm |