1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Delta 88 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |
