1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 42 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1962 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | 62 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 167 L |
