2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 519 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 360 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
