1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 531 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |
