1965 Lincoln Continental vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett

To start off, both 1965 Lincoln Continental and 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lincoln Continental (284 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Lincoln Continental 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
Make Lincoln Volvo
Model Continental P 210 Duett
Year Released 1965 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7048 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 284 HP 67 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2406 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 5500 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L


 

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