1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1972 Volvo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 164. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | 164 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
