1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 245 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 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | 300 ZX | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 234 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |