1994 Toyota MR2 vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66. 1977 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota MR2 | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | MR2 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
