1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1988 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 525 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DeVille | 220 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
