1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1987 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 192 kg more than 1978 Volvo 260.
Because 1978 Volvo 260 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 1978 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 260. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DeVille | 260 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
