1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 33 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 191 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. 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) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Fleetwood | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
