1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 24 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1010 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Lagonda | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
