1987 Volvo 760 vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1978 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 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Volvo 760 | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2316 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3350 mm |
