2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 30 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Defender | 66 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |