1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70.
Because 1977 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 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70, 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | C70 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
