2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 24 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 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
Because 1976 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66. 1976 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Lanos | 66 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
