1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 550 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Fleetwood | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |