1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 855 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 744 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
