1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 35 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 150 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (175 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 757 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | 62 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
