1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | V50 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |