1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1969 Volvo 164 is newer by 12 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164.
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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | 164 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |