1970 Volvo 140 vs. 1979 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 1609 (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
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 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 140 | 1979 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Volvo | Chrysler |
| Model | 140 | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
