1949 Triumph Renown vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1978 Volvo 164 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Renown | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | Renown | 164 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3350 mm |
