2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
Because 1977 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Pilot | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
