1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 148 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 850 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |