1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Virage | 66 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
