2012 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | 66 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1550 mm |
