1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 727 kg more than 1962 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 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Vista Cruiser | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |