1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 86 kg more than 2007 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Aurora | C70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
