2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,457 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volvo 343 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 1980 Volvo 343. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Intrigue | 343 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
