1970 AC 428 vs. 1980 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 164 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1980 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | 428 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3350 mm |
