1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 38 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 113 more horse power than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1997 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | 62 | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2340 mm |
