2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1978 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2003 Lincoln LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | LS | 66 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
