1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120.
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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
