1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 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 113 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Aurora | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
