1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50.
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 Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | V50 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |