1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 37 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 622 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V50. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | V50 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 62 L |