1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 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 100 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
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1961 Cadillac 62 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | 62 | Korando |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |