1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 393 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3350 mm |
