1999 Lexus GS vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 22 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1977 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1977 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | GS | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 |
