1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 25 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 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | 62 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
