1992 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. 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 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. 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 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Achieva | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
