1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | 230 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1941 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 139 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |