1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 26 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
