1988 Volvo 760 vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 2 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volvo 760 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 1988 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 760 | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Volvo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 760 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
