1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 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) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 27 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fleetwood | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2860 mm |
