1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1969 Volvo 164 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 164 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 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, 1969 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Minx | 164 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
