1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 600 kg more than 1964 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Longchamp | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
