1978 Ford LTD vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1978 Ford LTD is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford LTD | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | LTD | 164 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |