1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1997 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture 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 192 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Fleetwood | Venture |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2850 mm |