2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 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 330 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 620 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
