2000 Rover 45 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 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 Rover 45, 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 Rover 45 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 45 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 45 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
