1981 GMC Jimmy vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1981 GMC Jimmy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Jimmy | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
