1996 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 111 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 2847 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Aurora | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 3200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
