1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 338 kg more than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Fleetwood | Tundra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3700 mm |