1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2002 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 34 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 188 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2002 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Fleetwood | Astro |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |