1978 Holden GTS vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 12 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 257 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | GTS | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 327 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |