2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DTS | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
