1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
