1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 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 207 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
