1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1968 Ford Zephyr is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 39 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.
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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zephyr | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
