1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 486 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460. 1987 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DeVille | 460 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
