1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 14 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 381 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | 380 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |