1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
