1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 40 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 90 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Fleetwood | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
