1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 24 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 223 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC, 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
Model | Fleetwood | SC |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2610 mm |