1983 Toyota Cressida vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1983 Toyota Cressida is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 164 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Cressida | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Cressida | 164 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |