1978 Volvo 164 vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Volvo 164 | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Volvo | Jeep |
Model | 164 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2695 mm |