1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 37 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 82 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
