2003 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 33 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 116 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | 164 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
