1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S40 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
