1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Cadillac 62 (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1958 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
