1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 18 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
