1974 Volvo 140 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 140 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | 140 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
