1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 314 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Volvo 164 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 1969 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | 164 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
