1989 Volvo 760 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 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 107 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 760. (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 294 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 760. (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 760 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3450 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
