2000 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 20 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Sharan | 66 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
