1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, both 1978 Cadillac Eldorado and 1978 Volvo 240 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
Because 1978 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | 240 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |