1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | V70 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |