1972 Ford Torino vs. 1980 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 164 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino.
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 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1980 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Torino | 164 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3350 mm |
