2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 477 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | STS | 760 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
