1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | 62 | XC70 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |