1989 Volvo 240 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1989 Volvo 240 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 240 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 1989 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 240 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
