1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 36 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Calais | V50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
