1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1992 Volvo 960
To start off, 1992 Volvo 960 is newer by 24 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 188 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 960.
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. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1992 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1992 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1992 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Fleetwood | 960 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2780 mm |
