1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 42 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 175 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Fleetwood 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Cadillac Volkswagen
Model Fleetwood Tiguan
Year Released 1968 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7725 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 712 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1700 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5800 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 64 L


 

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