2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 428 kg more than 1973 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
