1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 51 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | 62 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
