1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 66 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
