2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 164. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 164. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3350 mm |
