2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 27 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Charger | 66 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |