1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 48 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 96 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro, 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | 62 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
