1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 50 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 10 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | 62 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2890 mm |
