1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 47 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 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey, 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
