1968 Volvo 120 vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1977 Volvo 66 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
