1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | 164 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |