2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2976 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
