1996 Venturi 400 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 18 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi 400 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Venturi | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
