2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 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 (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 418 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
