1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Ninety-Eight | XC70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2815 mm |