1957 Opel Record vs. 1979 Volvo 164
To start off, 1979 Volvo 164 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record.
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, 1979 Volvo 164 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Opel Record | 1979 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Record | 164 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3350 mm |