1978 Volvo 66 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 66 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 66 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
