1976 Volvo 66 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1976 Volvo 66 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volvo 66 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 66 | PV 544 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
