1998 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Alero | S80 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
