1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 31 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (198 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 740 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | S80 |
Year Released | 1975 | 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 | 180 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 487 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 | 2316 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 |