2009 Volkswagen CC vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 947 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen CC | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | CC | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
