2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
