2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 288 kg more than 1995 Volvo 960. 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | 960 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |