1968 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 58 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Volvo | Scion |
Model | P 210 Duett | FR-S |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |