1973 Volvo 164 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volvo 164 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 164 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
