2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rendezvous | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 7733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
