1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Charger is newer by 8 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Charger (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 112 kg more than 1966 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, 1974 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Charger | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
