1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 68 L |
