1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 164 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Volvo 164.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | 4Runner | 164 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
