1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1975 Volvo 66 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
