1968 Toyota Sport 800 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 66 (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 66 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Toyota Sport 800 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sport 800 | 66 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |