1973 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 8 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 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-4 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | RX-4 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
