1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 47 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 526 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 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
