1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 42 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 135 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Delta 88 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
