1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Cutlass | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2776 mm |
