1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 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 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Fleetwood | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7733 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2550 mm |
