2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 26 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
