2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Navara | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
