1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 92 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50.
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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | V50 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2639 mm |
