2006 Honda Element vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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 Element 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
