2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
