1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
