2003 Lexus SC vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66. 2003 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1979 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1979 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | SC | 66 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
