1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 102 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70.
Because 1981 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 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Ninety-Eight | S70 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |