2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 879 kg more than 1966 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 SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
