1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | 240 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
