1970 Volvo 140 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 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 189 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 478 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 140 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | 140 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
