2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 751 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Catera | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |