1965 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 1998 Volvo V90
To start off, 1998 Volvo V90 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V90 (177 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V90 weights approximately 400 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | 1998 Volvo V90 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | P 210 Duett | V90 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |