2011 Infiniti EX vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti EX | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | EX | 66 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1550 mm |
