1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 18 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 80 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Sixty | 343 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
| 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 | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 160 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 | 5670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
