1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 15 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 521 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
Because 1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 1992 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40, 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Brougham | S40 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2650 mm |
