1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Hummer H2
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 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 23 more horse power than 2004 Hummer H2. (322 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Hummer H2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 682 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2004 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hummer H2. (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hummer |
| Model | Fleetwood | H2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3120 mm |
