1980 Buick Estate vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1980 Buick Estate is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Estate | 62 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
