1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. 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 26 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 810 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Volvo 780 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 1985 Volvo 780. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | 780 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |