1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 603 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | 62 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |