1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 343 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 53 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 680 kg more than 1976 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Volvo 343 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 1976 Volvo 343. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | 343 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
