1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 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 188 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fleetwood | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3350 mm |
