1955 Buick 40 vs. 1977 Volvo 164
To start off, 1977 Volvo 164 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 164.
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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1977 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3350 mm |
