1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 22 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DeVille | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2774 mm |
