1983 Toyota Soarer vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1983 Toyota Soarer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Soarer (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer.
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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Soarer | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Soarer | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |