1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-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 Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, 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 Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | S80 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
