1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Volvo C70 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Volvo C70.
Because 1977 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Ninety-Eight | C70 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |