1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1996 Volvo S90
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S90. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S90 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Because 1996 Volvo S90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Volvo S90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S90. (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1996 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Intrigue | S90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
