2012 Volvo S60 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S60 | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Volvo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S60 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2740 mm |
