2007 Volvo S80 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Volvo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S80 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
