1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Volvo S60

To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 357 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.

Because 1978 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 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Cadillac Seville 2007 Volvo S60
Make Cadillac Volvo
Model Seville S60
Year Released 1978 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1890 kg 1533 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 70 L


 

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