1970 Volvo 164 vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Volvo 245. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volvo 245.
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 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 164 | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 164 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
