1977 Volvo 164 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780.
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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volvo 164 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 164 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2780 mm |
