1972 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 4 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 490 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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | AMC | Volvo |
Model | Matador | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |