1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 35 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 105 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 654 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. 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 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (166 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Calais | S40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
