1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2835 mm |
