1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 160 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 2007 Toyota Highlander
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Fleetwood Highlander
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7725 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 375 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.8:1
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 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 72 L


 

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