1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Volvo S80 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Volvo S80.
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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
