1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 36 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 56 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | 62 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
