1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP) has 209 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
