1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
