1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | 66 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
