1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70, 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Fleetwood | V70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2820 mm |