1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 324 kg more than 1966 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 324 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |