1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 23 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 65 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford RS 200 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | RS 200 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 292 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 45 L |