2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 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 152 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
