1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 39 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 190 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fleetwood | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
