1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Eighty-Eight | XC90 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |