2004 Ford GT vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 24 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1980 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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66. 1980 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT | 66 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
