1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 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 178 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fleetwood | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
