1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 34 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 264 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
