1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Fleetwood | Celica |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2562 cc |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2640 mm |