1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 62 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
