2007 TVR Tuscan vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 29 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 TVR Tuscan | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Tuscan | 164 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3350 mm |
