1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 44 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 213 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Because 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fleetwood | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |