1992 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Achieva | V50 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |