1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 47 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 319 Nm |
| 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 74 L |
