2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | 66 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
