2006 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
