1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 302 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Fleetwood | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2748 mm |
