1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 467 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |