1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 5 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 128 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, 1978 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Aspen | 164 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |