1978 Volvo 164 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 35 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 164.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 164 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 164 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2850 mm |
