2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 58 L |
