2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 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 304 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 144. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 144. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 445 kg more than 1966 Volvo 144. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 144. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 144. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1966 Volvo 144 has manual transmission. 1966 Volvo 144 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | 144 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
