1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 24 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | V70 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2770 mm |