2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 276 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | STS | 145 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
