1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2001 Dodge Stratus 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, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
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 Dodge Stratus, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
