1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, both 1968 Cadillac DeVille and 1968 Volvo 145 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 795 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | DeVille | 145 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |