1965 Porsche 904 vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1970 Volvo 164 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 904 | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 904 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 699 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
