2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 695 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Catera | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
