1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1990 Volvo 780 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780.
Because 1990 Volvo 780 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 1990 Volvo 780. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Eldorado | 780 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |