1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | S60 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |