1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 37 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 169 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 867 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Fleetwood | Caravan |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2880 mm |