2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 690 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Catera | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1015 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 | 45 L |
