1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 1989 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Civic 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 | 1989 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
