1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1964 Checker Town
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 Checker Town. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1964 Checker Town | |
| Make | Cadillac | Checker |
| Model | Fleetwood | Town |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3060 mm |
