1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 17 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 201 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Ascona | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
