1987 Volvo 760 vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 14 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) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Volvo 760 | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
