1980 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Toronado | V70 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |