1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 859 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | C30 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2639 mm |
