1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 757 kg more than 1956 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Volvo 120 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 1956 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
