1998 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1998 Oldsmobile SS and 1998 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
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, 1998 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile SS. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile SS | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | SS | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |