1989 Toyota MR2 vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 15 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 164 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2.
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 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota MR2 | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | MR2 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
