1980 Volvo 343 vs. 1971 Volvo 164
To start off, 1980 Volvo 343 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 164 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. 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, 1971 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 343 | 1971 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 343 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
