1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
