2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 25 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-350 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1550 mm |
