2011 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sequoia | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sequoia | 66 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1550 mm |
