1978 Volvo 66 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 23 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
Because 1978 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 66 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Volvo | Rover |
| Model | 66 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
