1968 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1968 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Volvo | GMC |
Model | P 210 Duett | Yukon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |