2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 38 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 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rainier. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rainier | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
