1964 Volvo 120 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 784 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | 120 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
