1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 32 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 234 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Xterra. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Fleetwood | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |
