1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | 66 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
