2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 819 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
