1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 21 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | Mondial | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |