1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 36 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 66 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. 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 1995 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Prelude 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 | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
