1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 31 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 632 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2840 mm |
