1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 39 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1990 Dodge Stealth.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth 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, 1990 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2480 mm |
