1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1971 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1971 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1971 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Fleetwood | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2480 mm |