1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 38 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 76 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Because 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Fleetwood | Venza |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2780 mm |