1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1974 Volvo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 217 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Chevelle | 164 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
