1980 Volvo 66 vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 1980 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 1980 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 66 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
