1980 Volvo 66 vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 164 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 164 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, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 66 | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 66 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
