1991 Lancia Dedra vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1991 Lancia Dedra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Dedra | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
