1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 460. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | 460 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |