1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 223 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626.
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 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 626 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |