1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 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 95 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Fleetwood | Express |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3429 mm |