1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 472 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
