1980 Volvo 66 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1980 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1980 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 66 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Volvo | Jeep |
| Model | 66 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1836 mm |
