1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 2006 Chevrolet SSR
Make Cadillac Chevrolet
Model Fleetwood SSR
Year Released 1971 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7725 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 345 HP 401 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 679 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103.1 mm 91.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2223 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 5810 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2950 mm


 

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