2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 37 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. (345 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 386 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 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | Fleetwood |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 7725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3380 mm |
