1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 31 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
