1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2690 mm |
