2008 Volvo V70 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Volvo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V70 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
