1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 37 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 75 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 78 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | 62 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |