1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 164 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |