1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Sixty | 120 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
