1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | DeVille | 120 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |