1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1993 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1993 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 850 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 73 L |
