1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 42 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 165 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 442 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fleetwood | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2857 mm |
