1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 937 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Cutlass | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1243 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
