1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1984 Ford Tempo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | 62 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |