1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Skyline | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Skyline | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |