1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer 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) has 301 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1968 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 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fleetwood | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2390 mm |
