1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 14 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 164 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volvo 164 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | 164 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
