1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 66 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
