1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (139 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DeVille | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
