1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 368 kg more than 1998 Volvo S90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Brougham | S90 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
