1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 15 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 210 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800.
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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | 1800 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |