2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 39 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Nitro | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
