1966 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | P 210 Duett | 260 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
