1969 Volvo 164 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 382 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volvo 164 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Volvo | Lexus |
| Model | 164 | IS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2731 mm |
