2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | BLS | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
