1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 1998 Volvo V90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,078 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Volvo V90.
Because 1998 Volvo V90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Volvo V90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | V90 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4078 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
