1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 43 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 22 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | 62 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 74 L |
