1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 42 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
