1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 40 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1171 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Pod. (430 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Pod |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
