1969 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1969 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | P 210 Duett | Expedition |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |