1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 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 24 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164.
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, 1974 Volvo 164 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ranger | 164 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
