1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 718 kg more than 2009 Volvo S60.
Because 2009 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S60 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
