1983 Peugeot 604 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 604 is newer by 3 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (96 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 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, 1983 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 604 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 604 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
