1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 444 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. 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, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Kadett | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
