1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 765 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Calais | V40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
