1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 243 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | S80 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |