1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
