1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 62 L |
