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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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 | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2180 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 |
