1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 420 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
