1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | S60 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
