1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 850 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
