2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | 66 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
