1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1986 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1986 Ford Meteor is newer by 27 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1986 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
