1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 433 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70.
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 V70, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
