1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 35 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 170 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 767 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Fleetwood | Colorado |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2830 mm |