1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 228 kg more than 1998 Volvo S90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S90. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo S90 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo S90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Cutlass | S90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
