1998 Lexus GS vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1976 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 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | GS | 66 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
