1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 47 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 92 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 822 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | 62 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |