1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 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 230 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Fleetwood | Vectra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |