1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | V50 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |