1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 20 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Euro 1 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
