1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 845 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1956 Volvo P 1900 has manual transmission. 1956 Volvo P 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Catera | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |