2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 743 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
