1975 Volvo 260 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1975 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 260 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 260 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
