1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 40 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 79 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | 62 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
