1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 15 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 775 kg more than 1978 Volvo 260. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 260. (219 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Sixty | 260 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 219 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |