1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 404 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 XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Ninety-Eight | XC90 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |