2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Avanza | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
