1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | A 109 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
