1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 875 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Calais | V40 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 164 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |