1983 Nissan Prairie vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1983 Nissan Prairie is newer by 18 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Prairie (79 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Prairie | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Prairie | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
