1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 41 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 173 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Fleetwood | Nitro |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |