1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 624 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo 140 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 1970 Volvo 140. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | 140 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
