1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
