1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Cadillac 62.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2980 mm |
