2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
