1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 38 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 49 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
