2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 28 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
