1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Jetfire | V70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
