1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 25 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2005 Volvo V70.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | V70 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |