2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 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 197 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 172 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | STS | 245 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
