1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 46 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 37 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 98 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
