1979 Subaru DL vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo 164 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru DL | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | DL | 164 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
