1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. 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. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | V90 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
