1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 43 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | 62 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
