2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 244 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (143 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | 960 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
