1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 4412 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
