1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 42 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (319 Nm). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3130 mm |
