1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Volvo 240 is newer by 18 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 45 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 618 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 240 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 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DeVille | 240 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
