1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 31 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 138 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. 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 1990 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Orion 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 | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
