1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 29 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 107 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle 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 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
