1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
