1978 Volvo 164 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1978 Volvo 164 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244.
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 Volvo 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 164 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 164 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2650 mm |
