1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 28 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 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 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 289 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
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, 2004 Volvo S40, 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 (435 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | S40 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
