1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 1975 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | 62 | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2170 mm |
