1986 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1986 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Ford Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Falcon | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Falcon | 164 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
