1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 700 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Newport | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Newport | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 387 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |