2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Statesman | 164 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3350 mm |
