2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 332 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Charger | 164 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |