1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 49 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, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo C70, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Jetfire | C70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
