Volvo 740 vs. Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
When comparing the Volvo 740's and the Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight's specifications and ratings, the Volvo 740 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo 740's and the Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo 740’s base engine makes 114 horsepower, and the Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight base engine makes 170 horsepower. The 740 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 390 miles. The Ninety-Eight is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles.This gives the Volvo 740 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volvo 740 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo 740 Rankings
Not yet available
Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo 740 Trim Levels
Base, GL, Turbo
Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Trim Levels
Regency, Regency Elite, Touring, Touring Supercharged
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
114 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
220 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 390 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2954 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
189.3 inches
Wheelbase:
109.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3512 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
205.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available