1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fleetwood | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
