2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 640 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. 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 Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Escalade | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |