1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 198 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 664 kg more than 2006 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |
