1979 Volvo 265 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 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 122 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 356 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1979 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1979 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 265 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | 265 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
