1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 260 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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Thunderbird | 164 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |