2007 SsangYong Kyron vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Kyron | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Kyron | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
