2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Catera | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |