1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 18 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1979 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 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |
