1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 39 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, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
