1980 Volvo 66 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 66 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 66 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1781 mm |
