1968 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Toronado | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6967 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2118 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
