1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1999 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 40 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 192 more horse power than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (290 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. 1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota 4Runner 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 | 1999 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
