1973 Volvo 164 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volvo 164 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 164 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
