1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1996 Honda CR-V

To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 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 247 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V.

Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V 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) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 1996 Honda CR-V
Make Cadillac Honda
Model Fleetwood CR-V
Year Released 1968 1996
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7725 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 128 HP
Torque 712 Nm 180 Nm
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5800 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2620 mm


 

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