1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1967 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | 62 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
