1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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 Honda Life 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Life |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
