1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Calais | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
