1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 358 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | S60 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |