1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Volvo 265 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 658 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1979 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1979 Volvo 265 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DeVille | 265 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
