1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 226 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70.
Because 1978 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 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Eighty-Eight | C70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |