1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 40 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 69 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2930 mm |
