2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1977 Volvo 164
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 164 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 164.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1977 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Catera | 164 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3350 mm |
