1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1973 Volvo 145 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1973 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2620 mm |
