1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Skyline | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
