1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 345 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Karmann-Ghia | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
