1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2835 mm |
