1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |