1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 364 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 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Cutlass | S80 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2835 mm |