1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 240 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 234 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240.
Because 1980 Volvo 240 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 1980 Volvo 240. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240. 1985 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Cadillac Seville | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | 240 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |