1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Toronado | S80 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 2920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |