1999 Subaru Forester vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
