1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
