1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Cutlass | 480 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
