1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 42 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 204 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 788 kg more than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | 62 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
