1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 35 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 773 kg more than 2013 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | C30 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |