2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | 140 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
