1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
