1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra.
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, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
