2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Frontier | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
