1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Fleetwood | 240 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2650 mm |