1965 Volvo 220 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 729 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 220 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | 220 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
