1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
