1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
