1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 22 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 284 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Fleetwood | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2560 mm |
