1953 Ford Popular vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1974 Volvo 164 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 164 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Volvo 164 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Popular | 164 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |