1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Cordoba | 164 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 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 | 1850 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |