1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 40 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Cutlass | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2815 mm |
