2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 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 144 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 408 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Volvo 260 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | 260 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
