1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 37 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 215 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element.
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, 2005 Honda Element, 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Honda Element | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Fleetwood | Element |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |