1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 700 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 480 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |