1995 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Aurora | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
