1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | 62 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
