1962 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP) has 463 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 519 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | P 210 Duett | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 530 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
