1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 323 kg more than 1969 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |